Vulnerability Description
The WP Count Down Timer plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via multiple parameters of the 'wp_countdown_timer' shortcode in all versions up to, and including, 1.0.1 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Contributor-level access and above, to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/wp-count-down-timer/tags/1.0.1/wp-cou
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/wp-count-down-timer/
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/bcbcad73-ce2a-4eb2-9b7
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-12668?
CVE-2025-12668 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.4 (MEDIUM). The WP Count Down Timer plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via multiple parameters of the 'wp_countdown_timer' shortcode in all versions up to, and including, 1.0.1 due ...
How severe is CVE-2025-12668?
CVE-2025-12668 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-12668?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.